EZ-Homelab/docs/service-docs/lazylibrarian.md

Lazy Librarian - Book Management

Table of Contents

• Overview
• What is Lazy Librarian?
• Why Use Lazy Librarian?
• Configuration in AI-Homelab
• Official Resources
• Docker Configuration
• Initial Setup

Overview

Category: Book Management
Docker Image: linuxserver/lazylibrarian
Default Stack: media-extended.yml
Web UI: http://SERVER_IP:5299
Alternative To: Readarr
Ports: 5299

What is Lazy Librarian?

Lazy Librarian is an automated book downloader similar to Sonarr/Radarr but for books. It's an alternative to Readarr, with some users preferring its interface and magazine support. It automatically downloads ebooks and audiobooks from your wanted list.

Key Features

• Author Tracking: Monitor favorite authors
• GoodReads Integration: Import reading lists
• Magazine Support: Download magazines
• Calibre Integration: Automatic library management
• Multiple Providers: Usenet and torrent indexers
• Format Management: EPUB, MOBI, PDF, audiobooks
• Quality Control: Preferred formats
• Notifications: Discord, Telegram, email

Why Use Lazy Librarian?

1. Magazine Support: Unlike Readarr
2. GoodReads Integration: Easy list importing
3. Calibre Integration: Seamless library management
4. Alternative Interface: Some prefer over Readarr
5. Mature Project: Stable and proven
6. Audiobook Support: Built-in
7. Free & Open Source: No cost

Configuration in AI-Homelab

Directory Structure

/opt/stacks/media-management/lazylibrarian/config/    # Config
/mnt/media/books/                                    # Book library
/mnt/downloads/                                      # Downloads

Environment Variables

PUID=1000
PGID=1000
TZ=America/New_York

Official Resources

• Website: https://lazylibrarian.gitlab.io
• GitLab: https://gitlab.com/LazyLibrarian/LazyLibrarian
• Wiki: https://lazylibrarian.gitlab.io/

Docker Configuration

lazylibrarian:
  image: linuxserver/lazylibrarian:latest
  container_name: lazylibrarian
  restart: unless-stopped
  networks:
    - traefik-network
  ports:
    - "5299:5299"
  environment:
    - PUID=1000
    - PGID=1000
    - TZ=America/New_York
  volumes:
    - /opt/stacks/media-management/lazylibrarian/config:/config
    - /mnt/media/books:/books
    - /mnt/downloads:/downloads
  labels:
    - "traefik.enable=true"
    - "traefik.http.routers.lazylibrarian.rule=Host(`lazylibrarian.${DOMAIN}`)"
    - "traefik.http.routers.lazylibrarian.entrypoints=websecure"
    - "traefik.http.routers.lazylibrarian.tls.certresolver=letsencrypt"
    - "traefik.http.routers.lazylibrarian.middlewares=authelia@docker"
    - "traefik.http.services.lazylibrarian.loadbalancer.server.port=5299"

Initial Setup

1. Start Container:

   docker compose up -d lazylibrarian
   

2. Access UI: http://SERVER_IP:5299

3. Configure:

   • Config → Download Settings → qBittorrent
   • Config → Search Providers → Add providers
   • Config → Processing → Calibre integration
   • Add authors to watch

4. GoodReads Setup:

   • Config → GoodReads API → Get API key from goodreads.com/api
   • Import reading list

5. Add Author:

   • Search for author
   • Add to database
   • Check "Wanted" books
   • LazyLibrarian searches automatically

Summary

Lazy Librarian is the book automation tool offering:

• Author and book tracking
• Magazine support (unique feature)
• GoodReads integration
• Calibre compatibility
• Audiobook support
• Alternative to Readarr
• Free and open-source

Perfect for:

• Book collectors
• Magazine readers
• GoodReads users
• Calibre users
• Those wanting Readarr alternative

Key Points:

• Supports magazines (Readarr doesn't)
• GoodReads API required
• Calibre integration available
• Configure download client
• Add search providers
• Monitor authors, not individual books

Readarr vs Lazy Librarian:

• Readarr: Newer, cleaner UI, active development
• Lazy Librarian: Magazines, mature, different approach
• Both integrate with Calibre
• Choose based on preference

Lazy Librarian automates your book and magazine collection!